Mission
The mission of MAPCED is “Promoting the role of counties in
fostering economic growth, an expanded tax base, and to enhance
quality of life.”
Statement of Purpose
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The purpose of the MAPCED work plan is to direct our members to be
involved on a regular basis with the organization. The work plan
will
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Coordinate the activities of the organization for the upcoming
year
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Solicit
involvement from our members to lead the organization’s workload
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Empower
our committees to achieve specified outcomes
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Engage
our members in securing our mission
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Clearly define your representation of MAPCED
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Share budgetary information and projections with the Association
Work Plan Initiatives
Legislative Platform
Annually, the Association drafts a platform that centers on economic
development issues. The platform will guide the Association with
specific legislative outcomes.
Task
Actively support positive legislation which will enhance and
encourage economic development
Task
Promote the 2008 Legislative Platform, as approved by the
Association
Policy and Rules
The Association is concerned with various State and Federal programs
and policies. Often their processes impede the work of the
professional economic developer. The Association will be aware of
policies and rules of concern and advocate for efficient and
effective programs. The interpretation of the rules and policies
will be shared among members.
Task
To seek out policy and rules that effect economic development and to
inform the Association members as to their potential impact,
including:
· Restructure
Small Cities Development Program
Continue support for the implementation of the changes recommended
by DEED for the Small Cities Development Program to create a more
effective and efficient program for local units of government
· Eminent
Domain and Annexation
Monitor the new legislation in regards to Eminent Domain and
Annexation
· State
Economic Development Strategies
Recommend to DEED that the Department develop statewide economic
development strategies and determine how it relates to regional,
county, and local economic development efforts
The plan should assist in providing direction for programs and
staffing at DEED
Membership Retention and Recruitment
It is important to retain the current MAPCED members through active
participation and by providing value for the membership. A
challenge for retaining members is turn-over in member county
staff. MAPCED members will need to be current on any changes in the
Economic Development staff and to retain the county as a member.
To gain some strength, the Association needs a membership drive that
will focus on the counties that have been but no longer are active
in MAPCED and other counties that have professional Economic
Developers. With our work to bring Economic Development to the
forefront and the positive momentum we are building with AMC, it is
time to re-energize these counties to participate.
Task Approach
counties with active economic development organizations, whether
they are potential new members or past members of the association,
to join our success
Task
Create a membership listing/directory
Communications
The Association brings together a broad range of public and private
economic development officials to promote economic development and
economic vitality. The Association will explore opportunities to
broaden communication and cooperation among members, sub-committees,
other associations, agencies, and AMC.
Task
Explore opportunities to provide better communications among members
and other agencies.
Task
Continue to maintain and utilize the MAPCED web page by members and
other agencies or individuals
Education
Over the past few years, the organization has achieved significant
recognition from AMC through the presentations and receptions held
at AMC events. These educational events have created a connection
to AMC that was previously lacking.
It is imperative that the Association continue to provide these
educational opportunities to our county commissioners and AMC.
These seminars, presentations, and receptions assist the Association
in achieving its mission.
Task
Provide educational opportunities to our county elected officials,
county staff, and AMC that provide knowledge of economic development
issues and programs
Task Use
AMC as the platform for advancing economic development issues
Task Provide
educational opportunities for MAPCED members
Committees
Members will volunteer to serve on the committee of his/her choice.
Each standing and special committee shall take minutes at their
meetings and present the minutes to the general membership at the
Association meetings.
Standing Committees
1. Policy/Rules
The Policy/Rules Committee will review, analyze, identify, and
develop matters of public policy that may come before the
Association. They will study and formulate recommendations to the
membership concerning public policy. The committee will also review
rules proposed by the State and act as a resource to the
Association’s membership in identifying the potential impact on the
counties, point out major issues to be addressed by the Association,
and individual counties and at the direction of the Association
respond in writing to proposed rules and rule changes.
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Committee Chair |
Bob Swanberg |
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Members |
Chris Eng |
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Nancy Hoffman |
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Noel LaBine |
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Deanna Kuennen |
2. Programs/Education
The programs/education committee will be responsible for all
arrangements and content of any presentations, programs, or
workshops. This committee will also make such other special
arrangements as the President may direct. The committee is expected
to share presentation, program and workshop materials with the
Association prior to any event.
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Committee Chair |
Suzanne Hedtke |
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Members |
Gail Leverson |
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Pat Connoy |
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Pam Lehmann |
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Legislative
The Legislative Committee will review proposed legislation and
inform the membership about legislative issues which affect county
economic development programs. The committee will advise the
membership on legislative issues, seek to promote legislation
consistent with the purposes of the Association and may seek other
organizational assistance in support of or opposition to proposed
legislation.
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Committee Chair |
Carol Anderson |
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Members |
Jason Murray |
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Nancy Hoffman |
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Alex Weego |
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Amy Hoglin |
4.
Membership/Marketing
The Membership/Marketing Committee will develop and recommend the
Association’s marketing material. The Committee will also be
responsible for keeping a current list of membership and making sure
that all prospective members have been contacted regarding
membership in the Association.
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Committee Chair |
Julie Rath |
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Members |
Pat Connoy |
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Connie Christenson |
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Vince Robinson |
Special Committees
1. Nominating
Committee
The Nominating Committee will prepare a slate of candidates and
present them to the Association as specified in the By-Laws. The
Nominating Committee will be appointed at the Spring 2009 quarterly
meeting of the Association.
2. Agricultural
and Rural Development Taskforce of AMC:
This group is an AMC established Taskforce. The Taskforce is
responsible for economic development, agriculture, energy and
alternatives and rural development issues for AMC. It is
recommended that MAPCED have a list of appointed representatives to
participate and advise this group on matters of economic
development.
Member representatives from MAPCED for 2008 will be:
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MAPCED President |
Chris Eng |
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Member |
Jason Murray |
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Member |
Nancy Hoffman |
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Member |
Alex Weego |
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Member |
Noel LaBine |
Other Associations and Economic Development Events
MAPCED members should seek out opportunities to participate in
events or with other associations to represent MAPCED. It will
increase the Associations understanding of other statewide Economic
Development efforts, it will create opportunities for collaboration,
and it will provide exposure for the Association. If a member is
participating as a MAPCED representative they must be careful to
represent the wishes of the Association. Association’s with MAPCED
representation EDAM, NAHRO, Minnesota Rural Partners, RED Group,
Consortium of Greater Minnesota Cities, DEED, and Metro Inter-County
Association.
2008 Meeting and Event Dates
EDAM Legislative Day
Annually, EDAM has provided an event to discuss Legislative issues
in regards to Economic Development. It is scheduled for February or
March 2008. In the past, MAPCED has been invited to present its
platform and initiatives for the current legislative session. Most
likely, this year a program will be in conjunction with the EDAM
Third Thursday
Responsibility:
Legislative Committee – Chair will present the platform for the
event.
AMC Legislative Conference
The Association will host a presentation for the County
Commissioners. The Association will also use this event as a
quarterly meeting date. For 2008, MAPCED will encourage visits with
local legislators to promote the MAPCED Legislative Platform.
Date(s):Wednesday,
March 26, 2008 and/or Thursday, March 27, 2008
Responsibility:
Presentation – Program/Education Committee
Responsibility:
Legislative meetings – Legislative Committee
Responsibility:
Meeting – Executive Committee
MAPCED Quarterly Meeting
The spring quarterly meeting is normally the third Friday in May.
The 2008 Legislative Platform should be considered at this meeting.
Tentative Date:
Friday, May 16, 2008
Location: To
Be Determined
Responsibility:
Executive Committee
Ag and Rural Development Taskforce
AMC Ag and Rural Development Taskforce meetings coincide with AMC
Policy Meetings. The Taskforce normally meets two to three times
annually.
Responsibility:
Ag and Rural Development Committee
MAPCED Annual Meeting
According to the Associations by-laws, the annual conference will be
held in September. MAPCED normally will meet prior to the AMC
policy meetings, which are usually scheduled in mid-September.
Tentative Date(s):
Thursday, September 4, 2008, and Friday, September 5, 2008
Location:
To Be Determined
Responsibility:
Executive Committee and host Economic Developer
AMC General Policy Committee Meeting
The AMC General Policy Committee assembles in mid - September. The
President of MAPCED has attended for the formal representative of
the Association. The legislative platform is presented to the
Policy Committee.
Responsibility:
President and Legislative Committee Chair
Statewide Development Conference
This event will be held on _____________, 2008. In 2006, MAPCED
participated in a breakout session to discuss alternative energy.
MAPCED should consider continuing participation in this event.
Responsibility:
Membership/Marketing Committee
AMC Conference/Quarterly Meeting
The Association will continue to use this conference as an avenue to
educate the AMC Commissioners on Economic Development issues and
programs. The Association will host a presentation,
a booth,
and a reception. The Association will also use the Conference as a
Quarterly meeting date.
Tentative Date(s):
First week in December
Location:
Minneapolis
Responsibility:
Presentation – Program/Education Committee
Responsibility:
Reception – Membership/Marketing Committee
Responsibility:
Meeting – Executive Committee
MAPCED 2008 Projected Budget


Projected Income Source Total: $7,000
Explanation of Income Sources
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Membership
Dues: Estimated at 35 members at $125 per member
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Interest Earned: Estimated at $60 for the year. Reserves will be
placed in CD’s where interest rates are high.
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Reserve Account: $2,565 will be used from reserve to cover
additional revenue to balance budget. The beginning balance for
the account is estimated at $10,000.